Moving: Should I let neighbors buy my cat or just care for him?

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I have to move into an apartment where no pets are allowed. I must leave my cat at my current house since i will move. The houses are 5 minute walk from each other so i can come back to visit often. My neighbours like my cat too and want to buy him Off me. Should i let them buy him or ask them to look after him and come back every now and then to feed him. Will he still come to me for food when i visit once the neighbours start taking care of him? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

It’s hard to know what Jimmy will do once he moves homes. Jimmy will not forget you and it’s likely he will still enjoy your company but he may bond more strongly with the new owners. Think about what you want to do with Jimmy once you move out of your new apartment. If you want to retain ownership of Jimmy, then you will need to take care of his basic needs and cover the costs. If you sell Jimmy, then he belongs to someone else and you are not responsible, nor can you claim ownership at a later date. This is a decision that requires a lot of thought. Best of luck.

Moving: Should I let neighbors buy my cat or just care for him?

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